Bad romance

Heather Demetrios

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Bad romance

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Heather Demetrios

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Love can feel like the best magic, but what if it suddenly traps you instead? Grace thinks her romance with Gavin is a dream come true, but it turns into a challenge she never expected. Understanding why this matters could change everything you think about love.

Themes

LoveDating (Social customs)High schoolsSchoolsPsychological abuse

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the complexities of young love and the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. It thoughtfully addresses psychological abuse within the context of dating, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who are beginning to navigate social relationships. Parents should be aware of themes related to emotional manipulation and the importance of discussing healthy boundaries with children.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Psychological Abuse
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

360 pages
ISBN
9781627797726
Pages
360
Publisher
Henry Holt Books For Young Readers
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

LoveDatingHigh SchoolsSchoolsPsychological Abuse